ZTE launched its Cloud UniCore Solution that makes use of network function virtualization (NFV) and software defined network (SDN) technologies.
ZTE said its Cloud UniCore Solution uses virtual platform technology to enable the flexible configuration and operation of network equipment, meeting the demanding network operation requirements of the age of 4G, big data, converged networks.
NFV and SDN technologies are expected to help operators to easily deal with complicated and changeable network operations, and are the inevitable choice for future network developments.
The ZTE Cloud UniCore Solution has already completed its first virtual core network test with China Mobile.
In a separate announcement, ZTE has also launched its first virtualized Cloud NF solution for multi-RAT (radio access technology) networks.
The firm said the Cloud NF solution integrates the functions of core networks and controllers through NFV.